Our Lucky Mascot
31.07.2008
Canis lupus familiaris
The domesticated wolf. The dog. Man’s best friend. There are an estimated 400 million of them in the world, all shapes and sizes and different kinds - companion dogs, working dogs, rescue dogs, stray dogs, hot dogs…
And then you get office dogs! What could be nicer or more calming than a dog sleeping under your desk, or a soft head to pat when you go to the kitchen to make a cup of tea?
It’s scientifically proven animals have a therapeutic impact on humans, lowering our heart rate and increasing the production of endorphins. A cat in a rehabilitation centre or a budgie in a retirement home can do wonders for the two legged residents; someone who’s always there for a chat or a pat.
For the last few weeks, we’ve had the pleasure of our own little VGroup studio dog – Teddy. And he’s definitely lowered the heart rate on some of us and brought out a soft touch. He could do with improving his tea making skills though …
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